Petroglyphs of Karelia in the context of their relationship with surrounding landscape

Petroglyphs of Karelia are one the most valuable and largest concentrations Rock Art monuments Neolithic hunters-fishermen-gatherers in Northern Europe. The main territory is an integral part historical cultural landscapes preserved from antiquity, which have exceptional attractiveness, originality a certain natural uniqueness. In 2021, petroglyphs were included UNESCO list, they became first monument rock art Russia. proposed article devoted to study sacred space Karelian carvings. Special emphasis placed on manifestations organic relationship ancient panels with surrounding features microrelief itself. author analyzes possible motivating reasons for appearance eastern shore Onega Lake Vyg River delta, gives some examples inclusion petroglyphic motifs scenes relief their interpretation.